# CFO vs. Controller: Which Does Your Business Actually Need?

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Podcast: [Construction Hot Takes](https://stenobird.com/podcast/construction-hot-takes-7046842)
Published: 2026-07-30T19:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, Greg Gorman and Jeff Robertson breaks down the key differences between a CFO and a Controller, why so many growing construction companies hire without clear expectations, and how defining the right role can lead to better financial decisions and long-term growth. Chapters: 00:00 - Pre-Show Banter & Studio Setup 01:50 - Trending LinkedIn Discussion 05:43 - CFO vs. Controller Roles Defined 10:03 - Financial Strategy & Risk Management 17:27 - Audience Insights & LinkedIn Feedback Check out our whole catalog of Construction Hot Takes episodes on our website! https://ascentconsults.com/construction-hot-takes-podcast/ Interested in learning how Ascent's consulting services could potentially help improve your business's operations? 📈 Click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our expert construction consultants: https://info.ascentconsults.com/meetings/acooper/30-minute-performance-consultation Follow Ascent Consulting on social media! 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascent-consulting-inc-/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ascentconsult/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascentconsults/ X: https://x.com/ascentconsults/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel for alerts on our new episodes! https://www.youtube.com/@constructionhottakes

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